Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Suppliers
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Four Ways to Beat the Summer Slowdown
Posted: July 3, 2019 in Suppliers
The dreaded summer season is upon us. Most fitness clubs expect it; owners, managers and sales staff fear it. With the weather heating up, people want to take their workouts outside, so they quit. Or, equally as frustrating, they come try your club and say they will join in the Fall. The whole process leaves us with fewer members and less revenue. But, how can we avoid the regular summer slowdown and keep the dollars flowing in these historically quiet months? Here are a few ideas that you can put into play in your club. Read More...
Pete Moore and Integrity Square HALO Talks With Club Insider’s Norm and Justin Cates
Posted: July 2, 2019 in Suppliers
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Club Insider has become the "gatekeeper of the industry's history," says Assistant Publisher, Justin Cates... and anyone who truly knows the HALO space knows he's not exaggerating! If you haven't yet had the pleasure of meeting Justin's Dad, Norm Cates... perhaps you haven't been around long enough and you're missing out! Norm is one of the Founders of IHRSA, and he served as IHRSA's 1st President in 1981. He now has 44 years of health, racquet and sports club industry experience under his belt. In 1993, he began Club Insider and has built the company from the ground up. Justin spent the past 11 years working with his Dad to take things to the next level and by all accounts, they have succeeded! Listen now to learn more about this great team, Club Insider, the history of IHRSA, and some thoughts on the cyclical nature of the fitness world. Read More...
ClubReady Announces YogaSix as Newest Client to Build Fitness Business for the Future
Posted: July 2, 2019 in Suppliers
ST. LOUIS, MO - ClubReady announced YogaSix will be joining as their newest client as they focus on building their fitness business for the future. YogaSix is the only national yoga brand to franchise as a modern take on this ancient practice, which dates back more than 1,000 years. They believe that everyone deserves the timeless experience and benefits of a yoga practice that is energizing, empowering and fun. Read More...
Gym Launch Co-Founders Pledge $1-Million to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s ‘After-School All-Stars’
Posted: July 2, 2019 in Suppliers
AUSTIN, TX - Alex and Leila Hormozi, co-founders of Austin-based Gym Launch, pledge to donate $1-million to Arnold Schwarzenegger's After-School All-Stars, making it the largest donation in the organization's history. The pledge was made at the seventh annual Westime Charity Evening at Schwarzenegger's Los Angeles home. This marks the Hormozis' third milestone in a larger goal to raise a total $2.7-million for After-School All-Stars over the next three years. To date, the Hormozis have raised $200,000 for the organization. Read More...
ABC Financial and VendNovation Announce Vendor Partnership
Posted: July 1, 2019 in Suppliers
LITTLE ROCK, AR - ABC Financial (ABC), the leading software and payment processing provider to the health and fitness industry, announced their preferred partnership with VendNovation, provider of vending management software for industrial and retail applications. Read More...
TRX Appoints New President
Posted: July 1, 2019 in Suppliers
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - TRX, a leader in functional training equipment, education and technology, announced John Hutchison as its new President. In this role, Hutchison will be tasked with overseeing the development and execution of an aggressive global growth plan for the company. In addition, he will have direct oversight of all revenue channels, marketing, product, training and education. Read More...
Life Fitness Acquisition by KPS Capital Partners Completed
Posted: June 27, 2019 in Suppliers
ROSEMONT, IL - Life Fitness, a global leader in commercial fitness equipment, announced that KPS Capital Partners, LP ("KPS") has completed the previously announced acquisition of Brunswick Corporation's Fitness business and related brands, including Life Fitness. KPS is a leading investment firm focused on manufacturing and industrial companies across a diverse array of industries. Read More...
ACSM Presents Prestigious Honor and Citation Awards
Posted: June 24, 2019 in Suppliers
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) announced several award winners during its 66th Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida. One Honor and four Citation Awards were presented. Both awards recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to sports medicine and the exercise sciences. Read More...
GOJO Launches the PURELL SOLUTION for Athletic Facilities
Posted: June 19, 2019 in Suppliers
ORLANDO, FL - GOJO, the inventor of PURELL hand sanitizer and a global leader in hand hygiene solutions, launched the PURELL SOLUTION for Athletic Facilities at the upcoming National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) conference in Orlando and the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) 70th Clinical Symposia & AT Expo in Las Vegas. Read More...
American Diabetes Association Celebrates 70 Years of Fun, Educational Camps for Children
Posted: June 17, 2019 in Suppliers
ARLINGTON, VA - For 70 years, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) has hosted summer camps for children and teens with type 1 diabetes. In 2019, nearly 7,000 campers, their siblings and children at-risk of type 2 diabetes, ages 4-17, will attend one of 80 camp sessions nationwide and enjoy a traditional summer camp experience in a medically-safe environment. ADA Camps create opportunities for campers to build life-long friendships, overcome feelings of isolation, and become empowered to manage their diabetes. Additionally, campers participate in physical activity and receive individualized dietary instructions. Read More...
